Cocktail Piano Jazz Piano Solos Series Volume 31 by Various Piano Solo - Sheet Music

David K.

Dec 17, 2025

A reliable collection for cocktail piano gigs. The arrangements are solid for intermediate-advanced players, and the inclusion of chord symbols is a major plus for on-the-fly improvisation. It covers many 'most-requested standards' like 'Fly Me to the Moon,' making it practical for various events. My only minor gripe is the softcover binding, which can be awkward for quick page turns during a set.

Anonymous

Dec 15, 2025

This collection is fantastic for intermediate to advanced students looking to transition into jazz styles. Brent Edstrom's arrangements are well-crafted, offering clear notation for reading and a good blend of 'jazzy comps.' The chord symbols are invaluable for teaching improvisation and theory. While a typical softcover, the musical content and pedagogical value are outstanding for developing rhythmic and harmonic understanding.

Marcus J.

Dec 15, 2025

As a collaborative pianist, I appreciate this collection for its well-developed jazz piano solo arrangements. The piano texture is full, often integrating the melody smoothly while providing a rich harmonic backing. The inclusion of chord symbols offers a clear roadmap for understanding the underlying harmony, making it a strong resource for adapting pieces or coaching vocalists on these classic standards.

Thomas L.

Mar 18, 2025

Little touch of the Jazz with a great sound for performance hearing audiences.

Eric F.

Mar 11, 2025

The arrangements sound good, though a little advanced for my current skill level. Challenge is good.

Denise B.

Jan 28, 2025

Not the selections I was hoping for. Returned the item. With to see list and hear track before purchasing.

Ben T.

Aug 28, 2024

Great. Just what I expected and needed

Lawrence J.

Aug 27, 2024

I had it sent to a former student. I have not seen it yet. He is a gifted student, winning scholarships, now in his twenties, and beginning medical school.

Anonymous C.

May 8, 2024

Great book, I’m in love with the Blue Moon arrangement.

Michael C.

Jan 18, 2024

really like the arranging

Michael S.

May 24, 2021

If these arrangement were collage essays the grades would be a D+. The material fail to provide enough musical depth in the area of articulation. Also the material in it's present form fail to be user friendly. These editions were hard to lie flat, this publications needed to be in a spiral note book for continuous accessibility. However, I did fine the arrangement were great at capturing and creating a relaxed social setting. Perhaps with a little more effort to detail, these arrangement could become the gold standard.

Bettye B.

Dec 15, 2020

I'm a fan of cocktail piano, and there are some really nice arrangements in this collection. Some I enjoy playing more than others but that's basically a style difference. My only negative comment is that the binding is so stiff that I am going to have to deconstruct the book to be able to turn the pages while continuing playing. I really hate having to stop a number to turn a page!

Sheikah

May 7, 2019

I think what this book needs is a CD so you can hear what the music is supposed to sound like. I found the book difficult to play. I am not a beginner but I haven't played much, if any, jazz.

Cocktail P.

Sep 19, 2018

Loved this!!!. So much fun. Possibily Intermediate level.

Bigmama

Oct 24, 2016

For some pianists, playing jazz does not come easily. We can slam out Rachmaninoff, but then trying to swing out the beats with the sometimes difficult rhythms of jazz does not come easily. I am one of those pianists. I am not familiar with many of these songs, so this music took some effort. I still don't feel like I am playing some of them as catchy as a jazz pianists, but of what I have played, I have enjoyed. It is not all easy to sight read no matter your level of play. . .

Fonzi

Jun 26, 2016

Like these arrangements very much. Challenging but not enough to frustrate. Some songs very familiar, others are unknown to me

D. M.

Feb 29, 2016

There are several familiar selections in this collection, which are relatively simple to play for jazz arrangements. In fact, the quibble that I have is that they lack a certain sophistication in chord substitutions and voicing; maybe they are too simple.

Xiaoou

Jan 15, 2016

Can i hear the music before payment?

Spinner 1.

Oct 26, 2015

I am enjoying playing these arrangements. They are challenging but not frustrating. Most of the pieces sound like the original tunes with some nice runs and jazzy comps added. A few of the arrangements do not suit my taste and take too many liberties with the original. Even so, the book is a good deal. I Will buy more from this series.

Anonymous

Jun 26, 2015

Great arrangements! intermediate to advanced